This messenger bag was designed with a keen eye for functionality. Its understated design eschews unnecessary details, focusing instead on the essentials—and it is precisely this approach that gives it a casual charm that transcends urban fashion trends, proving itself to be both stylish and durable. In terms of craftsmanship, too, this small messenger bag is built for long-lasting durability and shape retention. This is ensured by the subtly glossy, hard-wearing cowhide leather alone, which—thanks to its vegetable tanning—feels both grippy and supple to the touch. Harold’s Once again, this bag forgoes any finish designed to hide imperfections, allowing the leather to retain its natural grain and, over time, develop the distinctive character of a unique patina. Weighing in at a mere 300 grams, the messenger bag offers ample carrying capacity, whether you prefer it as a reliable companion for errands, commutes, or shopping trips. The undivided main compartment, equipped with a slip pocket, opens via a two-way zipper that operates smoothly for both right- and left-handed users. The front features an additional zippered pocket that gives you (even) quicker access to the contents—perhaps that long-awaited message. And thanks to the infinitely adjustable strap, you can choose—depending on how you’re feeling that day—whether you’d rather carry this small messenger bag long over your shoulder or crossbody.

Fine leather craftsmanship is in the blood of the Schmelz family. They are behind the Harold’s brand and have been producing leather bags since 1936, now in its third generation. In the 1950s, the manufactory began cooperating with foreign partners, initially in Italy and later also in Colombia and India. This not only led to the relocation of parts of the production facilities abroad, but also to the brand name Harold’s, under which production was henceforth carried out. The designs are all created at the company's German headquarters near the Hessian metropolis of Frankfurt. The top priorities are well thought-out shapes and functionality, timeless design and, above all, first-class craftsmanship and natural, durable leather. This is the only way to achieve the declared aim of producing "bags for a lifetime". Production takes place primarily in Colombia and India - always taking local conditions into account - and since 2010 also in Obertshausen.

The successful cooperation with a small factory in Colombia has existed since 1985 and involves more than the usual: it is based on statutory employment contracts that offer the workers stable working conditions with security such as health, accident and pension insurance. The majority of employees have therefore been working in the company for more than 20 years and have the relevant specialist knowledge and many years of experience in leather processing. This is not a matter of course in South America's leather goods industry, which is characterized by migrant labor. Equally unusual are the extensive safety regulations, thanks to which the working environment comes close to European standards, for example in terms of acoustics, distances and cleanliness. The majority of the machines used for production also come from Europe. Most of the leather comes from cattle from Colombia, which are kept outdoors all year round, as is customary in South America; for the German site, it comes from Germany. After tanning, the leather surface still shows the natural grain with the traces of an animal's life, such as mosquito bites or small tears, and soon forms the patina typical of leather. Fabrics and metal parts are also produced in close proximity to the Colombian and German sites.

Please note that the bag is unlined, so the velour on the inside may initially give off fluff or rub off, as with other leathers. The dark colour on the outside may rub off on light coloured clothing.